Myles Textbook for Midwives

The new African edition of this highly successful textbook builds on the strengths of the classic text Myles Textbook for Midwives 14th edition. The book gives the most up-to-date perspectives and research on a complete range of the theoretical, practical and background knowledge with which the modern African midwife has to be familiar. In addition, the book offers clear guidance on how to critically appraise available research - essential for modern safe practice and career development. Adapted by a key local authority, Myles Textbook for Midwives African Edition now includes regional demographic data, an exploration of the history of SA in relation to midwifery, the role and function of the midwife in Africa, regional legislation, as well as a discussion of the scope, local practice and ethical considerations regarding midwifery practice. Other changes include an important and detailed discussion of HIV/AIDS, the perinatal services in the region and a discussion of culture specific issues that are relevant to the outcome of pregnancy and labour. Local research and references are also included and the pharmacology sections have also been fully adapted to the African market.

* Covers the full scope of theoretical and practical issues with which a newly qualified midwife must be familiar
* Updated chapter on post-partum haemorrhage which gives the practicing midwife the essential skills required to handle this potentially life-threatening disorder alone
* Includes Best Practice Guidelines for the management of the HIV positive woman
* Discusses legal issues such as The Scope of Practice of a Registered Midwife, Acts and Omissions
* Includes a revised chapter on pregnancy induced hypertension

* Best Practice Guidelines for the management of HIV positive pregnant women (PMTCT, ARV and VCT)
* Kangaroo mother care
* Management of an MOU and private practice
* Legal information: Scope of Practice of a Registered Midwife, Acts and Omissions; Training of Midwives and Roles and Responsibilities of the Advanced Midwife
* Revised community midwifery chapter
* Discussion of local health care systems (Private and Public Health Sectors)
* Specific ethical dilemmas such as termination of pregnancy, <1000g neonate and access to antiretroviral therapy
* Confidential enquiry into maternal mortality
* Revised chapters on pregnancy induced hypertension and post-partum haemorrhage
* Treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STI's) as practiced in Africa
* Discussion of the partogram
* Vital statistic specific to Africa